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The Windermere ferry will be out of service for up to two weeks next month for maintenance work to extend its working life and improve reliability.

Work is progressing to develop options for the first stages of a major Barrow town centre transformation programme.

The world famous Tour de France is coming to Westmorland and Furness in 2027.

Adoption Cumbria is urging people across the region to consider adoption in 2026, as the need for loving, permanent families for children waiting is greater than ever.

Westmorland and Furness Council is challenging its rating in the Department of Transport’s newly-introduced RAG rating system for highways authorities.

Westmorland and Furness Council has today confirmed that Miranda Cannon has officially started in post as Chief Executive, following her appointment being agreed by Full Council in October 2025.

On Monday 12 January Ofsted published a new report highlighting the ongoing excellent improvement in Westmorland and Furness Council's Children Services.

A new long-distance walking route will celebrate the geography and spectacular scenery of Westmorland and Furness.

A new national guide to help parents with potty training is now available.

Council announces Askam, Dalton, and three National Trust sites will receive enhanced protection against anti-social behaviour and consultation launches to propose measures in Ullswater and even more locations.